Driver Services locations in East Tennessee will close for one day for tech upgrades, including new credentialing equipment and self-service kiosks, as per the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.

East Tennessee's railway network is to remain closed for months due to extensive flood damage from Hurricane Helene, impacting transportation and local businesses.

Construction begins Oct. 15 on South Roan Street in Johnson City, with lane closures from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and expected delays. Work concludes on Oct. 25.

TDOT is repairing a damaged section of I-40 in Cocke County, Tennessee, due to flooding. Gov. Lee assessed the damage, and interim road reopening plans are in progress.

TDOT announces upcoming roadworks in East Tennessee, with guardrail repairs on I-75 and SR 62, bridge work on SR 162, and resurfacing in Campbell County expected to disrupt traffic.

The TDOT seeks property owners' cooperation for road repairs after Tennessee flooding. The outreach is legitimate, aiming to obtain access rights for reconstruction, not a scam.

I-26 reopens for local traffic in Unicoi County, TN, after flood damage, with restrictions for commercial vehicles. Blount County uses recycled tires in asphalt for sustainable road construction.

Knoxville is creating weekend pedestrian zones downtown, closing parts of Market and Union Avenue to vehicles, enhancing downtown experiences and safety.

Gov. Bill Lee surveyed hurricane-damaged I-40 in Cocke County, with plans to partially reopen it. The US DoT provided funds for repairs, while long-term restoration and interstate connectivity remain challenges.

TDOT announces the partial reopening of I-40 near the Tennessee-North Carolina border with single-lane traffic expected in the coming weeks after Hurricane Helene damage.

State routes SR 350 and SR 133 in East Tennessee have reopened after repairs following Hurricane Helene. TDOT crews worked to clear debris and fix the roads, with a website providing recovery updates.

TDOT has banned large commercial vehicles from "The Dragon" following increased traffic due to Hurricane Helene. Detours are suggested for thru traffic.

The TDOT has announced multiple road projects in East Tennessee from Sep 19-25, 2024, causing expected traffic delays due to temporary lane closures for various construction activities.